I was told to go to Italy in May, not in October. Is that right? Why? Where's a good place to go to in October?

Molly, Oct. is a great time for Italy---my favorite <BR>time. If you plan to hit the Lakes, as you should, <BR>plan to do them first and then start south. Tuscany <BR>is at its best then. Do not think in terms of big <BR>cities---think regions and stay outside the cities. <BR>Holler if I can help.

We had a wonderful time in Italy last Oct. - it was colder than we expected, but that's great walking weather! Ditto to the lakes - lots of the smaller lodging places close down for the season. We stayed in Bellagio, took the ferries around the lake and "discovered" a chestnut and mulled wine festival in one of the little lakeside towns - a fun fall event. There was alot to do wherever we stopped and we thought it was a great time of year to be there.

Can't imagine why anyone would give you such advice!! Italy is prime in October, although there is a slight risk of rain the later in the month you go. We've been to Italy many times and October is our favorite! Only time I would prefer not to go is August, but have even done that because of business. <BR>

Thanks for the info. Now, here's another question...Is Italy harvesting grapes at that time of year like in Calif? As for cooler temps and rain, I am an American living in Scotland, cold and rain are my friends! Also, What's Spain like then?